Another frequent cause of hair loss is hypothyroidism. It may only be noticed
after it gets bad enough. The hair usually also becomes dull and often becomes
thinner on the body (pubic hair, armpit hair, etc) as well. Thyroid problems
are not sexy, expensive or chic so the average physician misses them. In fact,
the average length of time between onset of noticeable symptoms and diagnosis
is 8 years and the average number of doctors seen before diagnosis is 12
(Thyroid Foundation of America). If you do suspect a thyroid problem, make
sure your physician does a COMPLETE thyroid panel, including T3 by RIA.
Usually they just want to do a TSH which only tells whether or not your
pituitary can make your thyroid respond. It does not tell whether or not the
thyroid hormone can be used successfully or completely in your cells.
Good luck,
Mac